Robert Weissberg Knihy

The book critiques the American educational system's focus on teaching children the value of "appreciating differences" under the guise of promoting tolerance. It argues that this approach may inadvertently foster division rather than unity, as it seeks to address rising sentiments of hate. Through analysis, the author explores the implications of these educational practices on societal cohesion and the potential consequences of emphasizing differences over commonalities.

This text is for students who are entering graduate-level studies in their academic fields and/or who need to write research results in the form of technical papers, journal articles, theses, or dissertations.

Empowerment is presented as a widely embraced remedy for social and economic issues, with extensive scholarly support across various disciplines. Weissberg critiques this pervasive belief, highlighting that advocates from diverse political backgrounds, including Marxists, feminists, and conservatives, share an optimistic yet unproven assumption: that taking control of one's life will lead to improvement. The narrative suggests that empowerment is seen as a solution to a range of problems, from individual struggles to broader societal decline.